GE GSD1120R Use and Care Manual

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Contents

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Appliance Re@stration

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(:ycle Features t)elay Start

I)etergent, Detergent (;uicle 6, 7

Dispenser

Enerby Saver Energ-Saving l’ips

Features

Services

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Use and Care Guide

Dishwasher

Soil

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7 4

POTS(:KLJBIIER (:ycle Problem Solver

Rinse Agent

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Instructi(ms

User Maintenance Instructi(ms 14

Warranty Wash Heat

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GE Answer Center

800.626.2000

GE Appliances

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Help us help you...

If you need service

Before using your dishwasher, read this book carefully.

It is intended to help operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly.

Keep it handy your questions.

If yOLI

don’t understand something

need more

your phone number):

Consumer GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

help. write (include

Affairs

for

answers to

you

Write down the model and serial numbers.

YoLI’11 find

fastened to the tub the dishwasher door.

These numbers Consumer Product Ownership

Registration Card that your dishwasher. Before sending

in this

numbers here:

-i”Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any

correspondence or service

concerning your dishwasher.

them on a label

are

card,

please write these

wall

just inside

also on the

came

with

calls

To obtain a Spanish language version GE Answer

800.626.2000” consumer information service.

Para

Espafiol IIame GE Answer servicio de infornlacibn

para el

telefono

this book, call

Center’”

obtener

este

Center,’”

consumidor,

800.626.2000.

versi6n

manual,

Energy-Saving tips

Operate dishwasher only when

it’s full. Let the dishes accumulate

in dishwasher. When you put in only a partial load, use the RINSE & HOLD soils. Be sure to latch the door when waiting This helps keep soils moist, easier to remove.

●

you don ‘t need your dishes

right away, use your ENERGY

SAVER no-heat boost drying feature that turns the drying heater

off automatically. Dishes dry naturally over a longer period such

overnight.

● Always select the cycle that

uses least amount of water that will remove the soil from the load. (See the Operating section).

cycle

to rinse off heavy

for a

full load.

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book.

We’re proud of our service want you to be pleased. If reason service you receive, here are three steps to

FIRST, contact the serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are write all the details—including your phone number—to:

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

you are

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

Major Appliance Consumer

Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

not happy with the

for further help.

people

still

Wacker

Drive

and

for

some

who

not pleased,

If you received a damaged dishwasher...

Immediately contact the (or builder) that sold you the dishwasher.

dealer

Save time and money. Before you request service...

Check the Problem Solver section. It I operating problems that you can correct yourself.

ists

causes of minor

● Turn your water heater down to

deliver dishwasher

HEAT BOOST

the entering water temperature is

no less than

Temperature section).

120°F

water to your

and

120°F.

use the WASH

Option. Make sure

(See Water

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance

WARNING—When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

●

Use this appliance only for its

intended purpose,

find described in this Use and Care Guide.

●

This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

as you will

If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center? 800.626.2000.

—This appliance must be connected to a grounded

metal, permanent wiring system; or an

equipment-

grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

—Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized

power-

supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

●

not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

●

Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.

●

Do not wash plastic items unless marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

●

Load light plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher—they might come

into

contact with the

Calrod@

heating element and be damaged.

To minimize the possibility of injury.

When loading items to be

washed:

A. Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal, and

B. Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

●

Do not touch the

Calrod@

heating element during or immediately after use.

●

Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

●

Do not tamper with controls.

●

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.

●

Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow

children to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly. Before discarding a dishwasher, remove the door of the washing compartment.

●

Keep

all

washing detergents and wetting agents out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury.

●

To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance. Note: Turning the control dial to the OFF position does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

~G—~RWEN

GAS

is produced by the chemical action within your water heater. It can accumulate in the water heater

andor

water pipes if hot water has not been used for a period of two weeks or longer. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent the possibility of damage or injury, if you have not used hot water for two weeks or more, or moved into a residence in which the hot water system may not have been used for some time, turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected

to the hot water system. This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape. Also, since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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How to operate your dishwasher

—

STEP 1.

Load

your dishwasher with dishes. silverware, pots, pans, bowls, etc., according to the Loading section.

STEP 2. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. Make sure the

Cycle

Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent. (See Detergent Guide.)

Use rinse

aid

agent to help prevent spotting. Occasionally check to insure

that

rinse agent container is at least half full. (See How to Use

Rinse Agent Section. )

STEP 3. Select Drying option.

HEATED

I=ln )..--— j~:- -+,

DRY

:N:j:;

(NO HEAT BOOSTI

HEATED DRY. Turns the drying heater on for fast drying.

ENERGY SAVER (No Heat Boost). Turns the drying heater off to save energy. Dishes will dry naturally over a longer period such

overnight.

If you need your dishes sooner, open the dishwasher door after the

cycle

is complete to reduce the

natural drying time.

Note:

The ENERGY SAVER option will also cancel the WASH HEAT BOOST. To obtain WASH BOOST

without HEATED DRY, select only the WASH HEAT BOOST option. (See Energy-Saving Tips.)

STEP 4. WASH HEAT BOOST Option.

To test water temperature, see “How To Test Water Temperature Section.”

The entering water must be between

120°F.

and

140°F.

Use the wash heat boost option when water is less than

140°F.

When selected, the wash cycle will be extended for 21 minutes while the dishwasher heats the water for good washing and drying.

STEP 5. Select the wash cycle and start the dishwasher. (See Cycle Selection Hints on next page.)

If your dishwasher drains into a food waste disposer, operate the disposer until it is empty before

starting the dishwasher.

“When

NOT using DELAY

START (for all cycles):

a. Be sure door is unlatched. b. Push selected cycle button. c. Push selected option button.

■

Slowly turn Cycle indicator Dial

RINSING

to START.

Latch the door to start the dishwasher. There is

time delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away.

●

When using DELAY START

(for all cycles): Note: START can be delayed

automatically for up to

hours.

a. Be sure door is unlatched. b. Push selected cycle button.

● slAnl

~’>52..

.Y,.;.’

:,6.!

OFF

;m,,

,,,;’,

DRYING

■

“

‘!, ‘i ;

,’

RINSING

WASHING

c. Push selected option button. d. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator

Dial to desired delay time.

e. Latch door to start timer. The

DELAY START light will come on and stay on until dishwasher starts. Dishwasher will start automatically at end of selected delay time.

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Cycle selection hints

It is important to

the loading

instructions.

POTSCRUBBER—For items such as

pots, pans

and

casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes

NORMAL WASH—For everyday dishes, glasses

may

be included.

loads

and

cookware with medium soils. Designed

[o yield

high

performance on normal soils.

WATER SAVER—For most loads

of everyday dishes with light soils

soils

that have not dried on. Also for everyday dishes that have had extra preparation before loading.

RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which will be washed

later. D() not usc

St~zrt

not

detergent. Delay

recomrnendedfbr this

(“.yc’le.

What happens in each cycle

● You II hear occasional clicking ● During the drying period:

sounds:

—Soft food disposer shredding

uction.

—Drain valve opening to pump drying and when water is being

water out. pumped out.

—Timer control as cycle

progresses.

—Detergent cup opening.

—The motor stops. —Water vapor comes through the

vent by the door latch during

Wfish Cyc]e

Use

Mimltes

(approx.

1 I

7.3

2.9

cycle

times will be increased approximately 21 minutes

Wilsh

(.YCICS

POTSCR~JBBER

NORMAL WASH

WATF;R SAVER

RINSE & HOLD

~:url~x(ende~

times. These

Woter

G:ilh)ns

(approx.)

HEAT BOOST Option is selected.

Drying Options:

HEATED

cycle

ENERGY SAVER

time.

DRY.

Avtiilable

all

wash cycles except RINSE & HOLD. Add 32 minutes to wash

(No

Heat Boost). Drying heater is turned off. Dishes dry naturally.

Time

65*

50*

5~,:

)

Cycle Sequence

mmmmmmm

HEEmmmm

Bmmm

if WASH

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Good

dishwashing

starts

with HOT water

To get

dishes clean hot water. the proper temperature, your dishwasher has a WATER HEAT BOOST feature. When selected (see Operating section), this water heating feature allows you down your household water heater and save energy if you’re willing to let the dishwasher run a little longer while it heats water. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be between

1400F.

water should not exceed

How to test water temperature:

Higher water temperature is needed to dissolve grease and activate powder detergents. If the water temperature is less than

140°F,

BOOST option. See WATER HEAT BOOST section.

Check your water temperature with Turn nearest the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising. below heater.

Helpful hints: If outside

temperatures

your water travels a long distance from water heater to dishwasher, your water heater’s thermostat up.

you have not used hot water for some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn on the hot water

faucet

run until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher. [f you’ recently done laundry or run water for showers, give your water heater time to recover before operating the dishwasher.

To help

To prevent dish damage, inlet

use the WATER HEAT

candy or meat thermometer.

the hot water faucet

the water temperature is

1200F

at the sink and allow it to

and

dry you need

you get water of

turn

120°F

and

150°F.

adjust your water

are

unusually low, or

you

may need to set

hot

How to use a Rinse Agent

A rinse agent makes water off dishes quicker than usual. This lessens water spotting and makes

drying faster, too.

For best use of a rinse agent such as JETDRY brand is recommended.

Rinse agents come in either liquid or

dispenser uses the liquid form.

How to rinse agent

dispenser.

Unscrew the cap. Note the FULL line on the tip of the cap. Add the liquid rinse agent until it just reaches the top of the FULL line. Replace the cap. The dispenser automatically releases the rinse agent into the final rinse water.

If you accidentally spill: Wipe up the rinse agent with a damp cloth. Don’t leave the spill in the dishwasher. It can keep your detergent from working.

If you can’t find any rinse agent, write:

BENCKISER CONSUMER

PRODUCTS, INC. (“JET DRY”) 55 Federal Rd.

P.O.

Danbury, CT. 06313-1991 Your dishwasher’s rinse agent

container holds 4X ounces. This

should last about

needed. Do not overfill.

dishwashing

solid

form. Your dishwasher’s

fill

the

❑

Box 1991

months. Fill as

flow

performance,

~ti 1!

14!IV l,M

>’

FULL

How to choose and use detergent

First, use only powder or liquid detergents specifically made for use in dishwashers. Other types will cause

Second, check the phosphate content.

hard-water materials from forming spots or water is hard (7 grains or your detergent has to work harder. Detergents with a higher phosphate level will probably work better. the phosphate content is or less), detergent with hard water.

Your water department can tell you how hard your water is. So

can your county extension agent or your area’s water softener company. Just call how many “grains of hardness” there are in your water.

How much detergent should you use? That depends. Is your water

“hard” or “soft>”? With hard water, you need extra detergent to get dishes you need less detergent,

Too much detergent with soft water not only wastes money, it can be harmful. cloudiness of glassware, called

“etching.” An outside layer is etched away! Of course, this takes some time. But why chance when it’s easy to find out the hardness of your water.

Keep your detergent fresh and dry.

place to store detergent. Too moisture. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you’re (It won’t be fresh OR

If your powder detergent gets old or lumpy, throw it away.

wash well. Old detergent often won’t dissolve.

If you use a liquid dishwasher detergent, these precautions necessary because liquid detergents don’t “lump” as they

in contact with water.

oversudsing.

Phosphate helps prevent

film

on your dishes. [f your

tnore),

low (8.7%

you’]]

have to use extra

and

ask them

clean.

With soft

can cause a permanent

Under the sink isn’t a good

ready

to wash dishes, either.

dry.)

age or

water,

of glass

take

tnuch

won’t

are

come

not

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You’ 11 find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. Two, because some cycles use two washes.

AIN UP

See

“Detergent Usage Guide”

below!

(Be sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before

adding

detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch properly.)

C1OSP

the main

cup,

NOTE: E) open the detergent cup after it has been closed, unlatch the door

atld

Dial

~ljull

When the

rotate the

turn to the OFF position.

closed cup contains soap

Cycle

indicator

it is best that the door be in a

partiall>’

rotating the

open position before

C}lcle

Indi(ator Dial.

This will help-reduce the amount

of detergent and rinse aid

agent

spillage into the tub.

How to prepare the dishes for washing

this is your first dishwasher, or if you’re replacing a much older model, you may wonder how much preparation your dishes need. Actually very little. Pre-rinsing of normal food With common sense and a little practice you’ll soon know what foods to remove. Here are some guidelines:

Scrape off bones, seeds, skins, toothpicks and other hard solids. It is also best to remove hard-shelled vegetables, meat trimmings, leafy vegetables and crusts. Remove excessive quantities of oil or grease.

2. Remove large quantities of any food. Your dishwasher has a built-in soft food disposer that pulverizes soft food bits and flushes them away. It can handle of soft foods, but large amounts will be difficult to handle.

Try to remove food scraps and place dishes in dishwasher before soil has a chance to dry and become hard. Dishes with dried-on soil are more difficult to wash and may not come clean in the NORMAL WASH cycle. Remember to use your RINSE & HOLD cycle for small “holding” loads.

soils

is not necessary.

small

amounts

Note:

The foods mentioned are for examples only. Other foods not mentioned may also need to be removed from your dishes. You may also want to consider removing foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of stainless steel if allowed to remain on dishes for a long period of time.

When using the POTSCRUBBER cycle, less

preparation is required

before loading. The POTSCRUBBER

cycle can wash heavily-soiled dishes. Items with burned-on and baked-on soils may not come clean. And the dishwasher cannot remove bum marks or restore fading caused by overheating during cooking.

Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid)

SOFT WATER MEDIUM WATER

(O-3 grains hardness) (3-7 grains) (7-12 grains*) CYCLES POTSCRUBBER

NORMAL WASH WATER SAVER

RINSE

K I

z grains

build up in the water valve. The water valve may stick while

HOLD

and

Up is extremely

Main

Cup

Half

Full

Half Full

Use no detergent

hard water.

Open Cup

Half Full

None Half

A water softener is recommended.

open

and cause

Main

Cup

Completely

Full

Use

Without

Open Cup

+ Half

None Completely None

no detergent

it,

lime

tlooding.

HARD WATER

Cup~ Open

Main

Full Completely

Full

Use no detergent

can

$Filled

Main Cup

Filled Open Cup

Completely

Full

hnlds 3

tablespoons;

holds

tablespo(ms.

Cup*

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How to load your dishwasher

you

will have.

Make sure dishes are properly loaded water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm in the bottom sprays water up. The tower that rises in

the center sends water out over the dishes to wash the

items in the upper rack. A spray arm in the top washes down also. Make sure to place tall items to the outside so the upper wash arm is not blocked.

insure that

WATCH OUT FOR THIS.

The wash tower rises through the center of the bottom rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle. Don’t block it or load careful not to let a Portion of an item such as a pot or dish

handle

extend-through the bottom rack. This could

block the wash arm and cause poor washing results.

tall

things next to it. Also, be

How to load the TOP

Below is the special upper rack that comes with this model.

WCK

The

tc)p

rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and utensils can be washed when using the folding shelf. Load the bottom row first, then fold down the shelf and load the top row. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is the place for safe plastics, too. Make sure small plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall onto unit. Arrange stemware so that it cannot move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch each other.

Sauce pans, mixing bowls and other small items may be placed—face down—in the top rack. The top rack

is handy for all kinds of odd shapes. Be sure the force

of water and detergent can reach soiled surfaces.

dishwasher-

Calrod@

heating

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How to load the BOTTOM

WCK

Fit plates pots back.

Load platters, pots, pans and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the back. All salad bowls, and mixing the lower rack.

and

saucers between the pins. Load platters,

and

bowls along the sides, in corners or in the

large

items, such as

bow~s,

should be

uitchers,

was~ed

As shown here, this soiled side facing the center of the rack so water and

detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces.

Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler pans and racks along the edge.

plate

is being placed with the

Don’t let anv

Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to protect your hands. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly.

The security cell cover, hinged in the handle, can be lowered to either side to secure light-weight items from the effects of the vigorous wash action. When it is not needed, this cover can remain upright.

Precaution!

Take out anything that may fall or extend through the bottom of the basket.

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What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher. And what you can’t.

hlaterial

Alnminnm

C;hina/Stoneware

Notl-(list]\*:ishcr

items-such as electronic air fitters,

paint

(;tass

Iron

I’ewter I’tastics

f’urnace

hrnshes,

cteaoer

filters,

etc.

Usually

Safk

YES

N()

YES

NC)

YES

Exceptions (not safe) Some colored

lade.

Antique. metal-trimmed.

[~r ove[”-the-gluzc

Ie:ii

will discolor,

Antique, met:il-trimmed 01

ptiinted discolor.

Milk

gl~ss

Ir(m

will rust.

Pewter

tmodized :duminurn can

patterns

ttirnishcs.

may

f:lde.

yellow,

hancl-painted

Gold

tt~de, Gnld

h:uld-

Ieilf’

will

Special Instructions

Some darkening

scouring with soap-filled

It in doubt,

one

piece

rest

c>t

the set,

L(J:Ld

securely tn prevent movement.

manufacturer’s

Du not wash

discolor:ition” or st:lining

If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test

the top

rack

top

rack

only.

m spottin:

check wi(h

daily fnr

instructimls tot” yout- crys(;il.

disbw:tshcr. Dim)iigc to dishw:isbcr :Ind

before

possible.

steel wool p:Ids,

the

tll:l[lut:lctLlt.el. (jr

Ic:ist a mtmth. (’{>mp:Irc

distlw:ishe[ nl:Iy

dishwashing

Remove

Check

an entire

test

w:[sh

with

result,

(mc piece

set. W:tsh

the

Stainless

Sterting Sitver

and

Non-stick coatings

‘1’in

W()()d

steet

YES

,Sitver ptate

YES

Forget a dish? Here’s when you can add it.

Add

dishes RINSE & HOLD

()[hcr

WdSh

any tinle during

cycle.

With

CyCleS,

~oll

call

the

tidd

Don’t

put

s:ltne

with stlinless steel,

mct~ds can dmntige

copper utensils in the same

Ini[y get ii

[() ~tt~ch

can loosen.

Tin

finish

brown film, Adhesive used

some hnllow-h:mdle knives

c:m rust.

W()()d can w~rp, cr~lck

with

silverware

C’onttict

silver.

:my

type of washing.

b~sket

between

Dtm’t wash

load.

01- lose its

However, opening the door during

any

cycle lessens cleaning power. So try to load everything beginning.

Here’s

1. Push the

Washinz

how to add ii

door latch

will

sto~.

Rinse if not washing immediately.

can stain

Rinse if

can stain

remove black spots.

Silver

basket to dvoid cxp(~sure [()

cup.

After washing. wipe the rim-stick

vegetable

the

forgotten dish:

to the left.

left on.

not

washing immediately.

Iett nn.

Dry detergent

Place

oil t(>

keep it

Frntn losing

2. Wait water

callns.

Add dishes

4. Close the door

latch

the f~u- rixht.

door is locked, continue.

S:dty or acid fi)ods

S~ilty

ttcid Ii)ods

ctin cuusc

b:ick sccti{)n of” silvcrwiu”e

detergent

cotiting iucii

its rim-stick

ditticult-to-

i’r(ml the dc[ergen(

with

few seconds until

Then open the door.

vou ’ve forzotten.

J .

;lnd

push the

When the

w;lshing

will

qu;ii ity.

the

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Questions?

Use This Problem Solver

PROBLEM

DISHWASHER WON’T RUN

UNUSUAL NOISE

DISHES DON’T DRY

UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit.

Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have dropped from the rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle. Make sure everything is securely placed in dishwasher.

Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. (See How To Test Water Temperature

section. ) Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the top rack may be spilling into the

bottom rack. Check for improper loading. Dishes shouldn’t nest together. Avoid overloading.

Check the rinse agent dispenser to see that it’s not empty.

Check inlet water temperature. It should be at least Water Temperature section.)

Water pressure may be temporarily low. Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out slower than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher.

Plugged air gap. (See Care and Cleaning section.)

120°F.

(To test, see How To Test

DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER CUPS

DETERGENT CUP LID WON’T LATCH AFTER ADDING DETERGENT

YELLOW OR BROWN FILM

Improper rack loading, (See Loading section.)

Water may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that maybe blocking detergent cup.

The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blocked by improperly loaded items.

[f you used a powder detergent, open the cup and remove any caked-on

detergent. If the cup still doesn’t open automatically, call for service. Detergent may be old. If the powder detergent is hard or caked in the box, throw it

away. The detergent may not be working well. Try another brand.

Cycle Indicator Dial must be in OFF position for cup lid to close and latch properly. If you unlatch the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator Dial does not advance to OFF by itself.

Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water.

An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron deposits in water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem. Your water softener company can tell you about the filter.

Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load. Silver polish will usually remove this stain.

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The Problem

Solver

(continued)

PROBLEM

SPOTS AND

FILMINC

ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Spotting can be caused by

● Extremely hard water. (See How To Choose and Use Detergent section.)

● Low inlet water temperature. (See How To Test Water Temperature section. )

● Overloading the dishwasher.

● Improper loading. (See Loading section. )

● Old or damp powder detergent.

● Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section. )

● Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How To Use Rinse Agent section.)

● Too little detergent. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section, )

Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands

all

these things:

of detergents

to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher detergent may help reduce filming.

To remove stubborn spots and film from glassware:

1. Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select POTSCRUBBER cycle.

CLOUDINESS ON GLASSWARE

CHIPPING OF CHINA

4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for

to 22 minutes. The dishwasher will now

be in the main wash.

5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500 ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of the

dishwasher.

6. Close the door and allow to complete the cycle. If vinegar rinse doesn’t work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric

acid crystals instead of vinegar. (Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals. If yours doesn’t, call GE Factory Service.)

Using a vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse more than twice a month? Consider a home water softener.

If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’t work, the cloudiness is “etching.” The film cannot be removed.

It can be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water. Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean.

Water temperature entering dishwasher exceeds

150°F.

Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china are secure and can’t jar loose, (See Loading section.) Make sure tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher.

Always use the top rack for delicate items.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

BLACK OR GRAY

MARKS ON DISHES

SMALL AMOUNT OF

WATER STANDING

IN THE BOTTOM

OF THE TUB

WATER WON’T PUMP OUT OF THE TUB

SUDS IN THE TUB

DISHWASHER LEAKS

Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleanser.

Water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub is normal. It is clean water. It’s there to keep the water seal lubricated.

If the entire bottom of the tub has water, you may have a drain problem. Clean the air gap, if you have one. (See Care and Cleaning section.)

Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber. If dishwasher drains into disposer, run disposer to clear. Be sure disposer is not

clogged.

Sudsing

DISHWASHER DETERGENTS TO AVOID To remove suds from the tub: Open the dishwasher. Let suds evaporate. Add 1 gallon

of cold turning the control dial until a drain period is reached.

Repeat if

Suds designed

detergents are not meant for dishwashers. USE ONLY AUTOMATIC

SUDSING.

water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher. Pump out water by slowly

necesstiy.

can

cause unit to oveflow. That’s why it’s so important to use a detergent that’s

for automatic dishwashers.

Spilling the rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to overflowing. Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth.

MOTOR HUMS

If you need more help.. call, toll free: GE Answer Center

Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis. If you do not use your dishwasher often set it to fill and pump out once every week.

This will help keep the seal moist, and the garbage disposer clear.

800.626.2000 consumer information service

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Care and Cleaning

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Clean the control

lightly dampened cloth. Dry

thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it.

Clean the outside with a good appliance

cabinet finish is durable, but it can scratch. So use no scouring pads or harsh or gritty cleaners.

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. available from GE Appliance Parts Mart.

The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should ever need

cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder. Scouring pads and harsh

cleaners can mar the finish.

polish

WR97X0216) is

panel with a

wax. The outside

Built-in dishwashers often use an air gap. Keep it clean.

An air gap is a plumbing device. It protects your dishwasher against

water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of

the dishwasher. And you may not even have one. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps.

If you have an air gap, check it at least once a month. IT IS NOT PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER. IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR WARRANTY.

The air gap is easy to

With most types, first turn off the dishwasher, then lift off the chrome cover. Then unscrew the plastic cap and check for any buildup of grit. A toothpick makes cleaning easy.

Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn’t draining well.

clean.

Not using your dishwasher in winter? Protect against freezing.

If your dishwasher is left in an unheated ask a service technician to:

● Cut off electric power to the

dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.

● Turn off the water supply.

● Disconnect the water inlet line

from the water valve.

●

Drain water from the inlet 1 and water catch the water. )

● Reconnect the water

the water valve.

●

Remove the plastic pump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot.

place

during the winter,

valve.

(Use a pan to

inlet

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line to

How to change color panels

If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s door panel to match or blend with your new colors.

The panels are held in place by the door trim. Each side of the a different color. Or you can paint the panel with the color of your own choice.

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panel

is removed.

panel

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How to change the door panel:

1. Take out trim screws on either

side of the dishwasher door. Remove the side trim.

2. Slide the panel out. (Careful—edges may be sharp.)

3. Turn the panel around and put

the color you want in front.

4. Replace the panel, side trim and screws.

How to change the lower panel:

Remove panel attachment screws.

2. Remove the entire access panel.

3. Take out screws and remove the

top trim.

4. Slide the access panel out.

5. Turn the panel around and put

the color you want in front.

6. Replace the lower panel, top trim and screws.

7. Replace entire access panel and attachment screws.

A wood panel trim kit

trim and instructions for adding a decorative wood door lower access panel no thicker than

1/4” to match kitchen cabinets. The

kit is available at no extra cost.

(Specify

Order from:

GPF40.)

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Manufacturing

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YOUR GE DISHWASHER

WARRANTY

Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or

cancelled

check to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and sewice labor in your home to repair or replace

the

part

because of a manufacturing defect. LIMITED SECOND-YEAR PARTS

WARRANTY For the second year from date of

original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, replacement parts for

any

part of

because of a manufacturing defect. You pay home and sewice labor charges.

dishwasher that fails

the

dishwasher that fails

for the

sewice

trip to your

any

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

. Sewice trips to your home to teach

you how to use the product.

your Use and Care material.

Read

If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free: GE Answer Center c’

800.626.2000 consumer information service

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LIMITED FIVE-YEAR

RACWELECTRONIC PARTS

WARRANTY For five years from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of charge, replacement parts for any

●

rack

that rusts because of a

manufacturing defect

or any part of

●

elecfronlc

because of a manufacturing defect.

You pay for the sewice trip to your home and service labor charges.

FULL TWENTY-YEAR LINER WARRANTY

twen~

For purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and sewice labor in your home to repair or replace

PermaTuf(Q

fails

to contain water because of a

manufacturing defect.

●

Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, plumbing, and other connecting facilities.

●

Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

●

Cleaning or sewicing of air gap

device in drain line.

control module that fails

TUB~OOR

years from date of original

the

tub or door liner

if it

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, warranty is the same except that it is

LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Centers or by our authorized Customer normal working hours.

Should your appliance need sewice, during warranty period or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).

●

Failure of the product if it is used for

other than its intended purpose or

used commercially.

●

Damage to product caused by

accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

D.C.

In Alaska the

Care”)

servicers during

Sewice

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

may not

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

This book is printed on recycled paper,

Part No. Pub No. 49-5574

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165D3080P264

Warrantor: General Electric Company

vay

from state to state.

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